Airport Commission

New Philadelphia Airport Commission Meeting Minutes January 12th, 2021 Meeting called to order by Chairman John Zucal at 6:00pm in city council chambers. Board Members Present Present: Chairman John Zucal, Alex McCarthy, Chris Bower, Brian Marsh, Alan Welch Excused: Councilman Dean Holland, Don Kennedy, Councilman Dan Lanzer, Josh Limbacher Guests: Jeff Erb, Eric Hubbard, Steve Schiling Meeting Minutes: Minutes were distributed from the December 8th, 2020 meeting. Minutes were reviewed and a motion to approve by Alan Welch and seconded by Chris Bower. Roll call and approved 5 – 0. Airport Restaurant Report:  Jeff Erb mentioned that he has included the updated list of Airport Commission members, please let him know of corrections if any need made.  Payment of $913.73 was received in December, 2020, made on December 15, 2020 on check no. 10833. Reported gross sales were $31,855.21. Motion to approve the Airport Restaurant Report by Alex McCarthy, seconded by Brian Marsh. Roll call and approved 5 – 0. Airport Managers Report: Eric Hubbard presented the FBO report. Josh is conducting some of the lighting work since their handyman is out for a while. The brand new PAPIs had a failure that was not too hard to troubleshoot using the maintenance manual. People seem to like the PAPIs. Eric purchased the beacon that he needed and put it in this week, but it did not fix the issue. There are three other components (transformer, capacitor, etc.) and they need to be troubleshooted. If the beacon project will be accomplished soon, then Eric does not want to spend too much time or money on the project, but if it is going to be some time then he would like to address it. The Commission does not know the timeframe, and it was suggested that Eric move ahead to get it fix. Yamini brought up a question about the property upon which the tower stands and whether there is an easement, which there is, as well as if that easement allows for a new tower to be constructed. John Zucal will get in touch with Dean Bielski (KSU) to discuss this further. There are rungs on the tower ladder that need to be replaced, but the structure itself seems secure. Eric also mentioned plumbing issues that needs fixed with sinks and fixtures that are out of repair (last addressed in 1999). Eric would also like to do painting as well. He would also like to get the roof fixed before he approaches the other fixes. A quote has already been received. Motion by Brian Marsh to approve both the Field Inspection and FBO Income reports for December, seconded by Alan Welch. Roll call and approved 5 – 0. Monthly Revenue Update: Cash position balance at the end of December 2020 was $31,855.21. Expenditures for December 2020 included thermostats ($36.25), rotating beacon lamp ($161.72), and porta jon service ($80.00). Motion by Alan Welch to approve the monthly revenue update for December, seconded by Alex McCarthy. Roll call and approved 5 – 0. Consultant’s Report: Yamini Gouda was present for the Michael Baker Jr. report. It was forwarded by email and distributed to members for review. The FAA has everything they need for the master plan update, and is currently working on the closeout. Final check will be paid upon completion of closeout. The PAPI replacement is pretty much closed out. Yamini will forward Jeff Erb an email to clarify whether this project has been paid out. The Taxilane design project is still on hold. If the city is allowed to put up a new tower on the site of the old tower, they can move forward with the beacon project. Motion by Chris Bower, seconded by Brian Marsh to approve the Consultant’s report. Roll call and approved 5 – 0. Having no further business to discuss, Motion by Alex McCarthy to adjourn at 6:31pm. Respectfully submitted, Alex McCarthy